2001 Acura NSX vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (208 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Acura | Isuzu |
| Model | NSX | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
